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Hof Kelsten

Traditional Jewish & French pastries & breads, plus brunch & espresso, in a modern, trendy space.
Mile-End
4.5$
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Hof Kelsten Mile-End, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Hof Kelsten functions as a destination for artisanal baking characterized by meticulous craftsmanship and traditional techniques. The establishment focuses on high-quality loaves, including crusty sourdough and dense rye, alongside a selection of pastries that emphasize butter-forward textures and flaky compositions. Signature offerings include Jewish-style bagels and rugelach that prioritize deep, authentic flavor profiles over modern modifications. The interior environment reflects a functional approach to food production, allowing patrons to observe the baking process while selecting from the daily output. This professional focus on dough development and fermentation ensures a consistent standard for every item prepared on-site. The establishment maintains a reputation for reliable baked goods that cater to those seeking substantial, scratch-made products rooted in classical baking traditions and consistent culinary execution.

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4.5236 ratings
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Reviews for Hof Kelsten

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*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

Hof Kelsten is widely regarded as a standout bakery in Montreal, consistently praised for its high-quality ingredients and technical skill. The chocolate babka is frequently cited as the best in the city, while the diverse selection of buttery croissants, savory pastries, sandwiches, and soups like the matzoh ball soup receive significant acclaim. While most visitors highlight the welcoming, friendly service and the pleasant atmosphere, some feedback points to limited seating, inconsistent staff experiences, and a desire for more variety in availability. Although opinions on price and specific recipe changes vary, the bakery remains a popular destination for those seeking fresh, artisanal goods and a unique coffee experience.
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Adela
4.0

Ça fait un petit moment que j'y suis pas allé. Malheureusement ils ont changé un peu leur recette dernièrement. Leur croissant un peu changé. Reste toujours bon mais ils étaient meilleur avant.

Nov 20, 2024
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Peter
5.0

Great fresh pastry!!! I need to wake up earlier for their proteins. Definitely drop by, my Québécois gf said this reminds her of childhood:))

Oct 17, 2024
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Shih
3.0

I used to get the babka with nice melt chocolate inside but the last two times I just got all the crispy chocolate on the bottom.

Oct 15, 2024
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Juliette
4.0

Les viennoiseries & les roulés salés sont délicieux, j'ai particulièrement aimé le ricotta-épinards !

Oct 9, 2024
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Jon
5.0

So good. So nice. The best Matza ball in Canada

Sep 29, 2024
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Jen
5.0

Les croissants sont excellents

Sep 29, 2024
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Yael
5.0

I passed by once & ordered a babka to go, it was so delicious I decided to go back for dine in during breakfast/brunch later & loved it too. Staff is friendly & food was delicious.

Sep 18, 2024
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Simon
5.0

Great brisket sandwich, love the marble rye as well.

Sep 14, 2024
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Jacq
5.0

Super sélection, tasty!

Sep 8, 2024
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Arlette
5.0

C'est une de mes boulangeries préférées à Montreal ! Il y a des saveurs de viennoiseries innovants & le service est bon.

Aug 26, 2024
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